Saving One's Kin

Ming Yue could almost see fire spit from her mouth as Matron Shuang's eyes reverted to their draconic form. 

"Where is he?" she asked Elder Shu, "I'm going to incinerate him for what he did."

Sparks flew as each word was filled with viciousness. 

The Elder held his hands forward, trying to placate her. 

"Calm down, he isn't alone. In fact, we have to gather everyone here and leave this place. It is no longer safe and I simply do not have the strength to repel this many. We have to head for the human settlements."

"What? What do you mean?"

The flames surrounding Matron Shuang died down as her eyes were filled with dissatisfaction. 

And the commotion had attracted many of the villagers, surprised by the Matron's sudden outburst.

"Is something wrong, elder?"

"What is it, elder? Has something happened?"

Everyone began to gather around as did Hua Xiong, who exited her small home and joined.